A number of netizens said they were offended by her response, saying that it was misguided and that it contradicted her advocacy of gender equality.

Pia, an outspoken LGBT advocate, tweeted this Tuesday afternoon, December 27, that she was shocked by netizens’ reactions to her statement on the ABS-CBN late-night talk show.

Part of her tweet reads: “Please don’t misinterpret what I said. I have high regards for the LGBT. It was just a fun interview, guys! Meant no disrespect at all. Mahal ko kayo.” .

Shocked to see some comments online about what I said at TWBA. ????????Please don’t misinterpret what I said. I have high regards for the LGBT. It was just a fun interview, guys! Meant no disrespect at all. Mahal ko kayo! Happy holidays everyone! #GoodVibesLang ?????????????????‍????